2002 BMW 760 vs. 1986 Toyota Tercel
To start off, 2002 BMW 760 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Toyota Tercel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Toyota Tercel would be higher. At 5,972 cc (12 cylinders), 2002 BMW 760 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 BMW 760 (438 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 368 more horse power than 1986 Toyota Tercel. (70 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 BMW 760 should accelerate faster than 1986 Toyota Tercel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 BMW 760 weights approximately 1374 kg more than 1986 Toyota Tercel. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 BMW 760 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2002 BMW 760. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Toyota Tercel, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2002 BMW 760 (601 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 493 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Toyota Tercel. (108 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2002 BMW 760 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Toyota Tercel.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 BMW 760 | 1986 Toyota Tercel | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 760 | Tercel |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5972 cc | 1295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 438 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 601 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 71 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2154 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2440 mm |
